1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Florian (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1978 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Florian | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
