1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 38 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), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 694 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Florian | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| 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 | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
