1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 26 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 725 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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Florian | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
