1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 36 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 201 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
