1976 Triumph TR7 vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Florian is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Triumph TR7 | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Triumph | Isuzu |
| Model | TR7 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
