1970 Honda Z vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1971 Isuzu Florian is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 474 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Isuzu Florian (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Z | Florian |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
