1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Florian | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Isuzu | Jensen |
Model | Florian | Healey |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |