1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 880 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Florian | Retona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
