1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 35 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 485 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, 2006 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
