1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1975 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
