1969 Isuzu Florian vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Florian | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Smart |
| Model | Florian | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 22 L |
