1970 Isuzu Florian vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Toyota Starlet 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 234 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Florian | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Florian | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
