1970 Isuzu Florian vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 31 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 835 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Florian | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Florian | Musso |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
