1970 Isuzu Florian vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 40 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 410 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Florian | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
| Model | Florian | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
