1969 Isuzu Florian vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 40 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 374 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Florian | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Florian | GTI |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
