1970 Isuzu Florian vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Florian | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Florian | 146 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
