1977 Isuzu Florian vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 587 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Isuzu Florian | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Florian | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
