1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Florian (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
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, 1978 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Florian | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Isuzu | Rover |
Model | Florian | P4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |