1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Isuzu Florian (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Florian | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
