1970 Isuzu Florian vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 683 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Florian | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
| Model | Florian | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
