1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 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 72 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Isuzu Florian is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Trabant |
| Model | Florian | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
