1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 552 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Florian | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1974 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 | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
