1977 Isuzu Florian vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Florian is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818.
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 Isuzu Florian (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Isuzu Florian | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 818 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
