1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, both 1977 Ferrari Dino and 1977 Isuzu Florian were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 304 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Florian. 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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian. 1977 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | Dino | Florian |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
