1970 Isuzu Florian vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 400 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 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2639 mm |
