1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 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), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 360 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
