1970 Isuzu Florian vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 39 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 135 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Florian | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
