1973 Honda Life vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Florian is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Florian (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 610 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Isuzu Florian is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Isuzu Florian (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Life | Florian |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2510 mm |
