1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 34 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 425 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
