1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, both 1978 Isuzu Florian and 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 19 more horse power than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 109 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
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, 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Isuzu | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Florian | Rancho |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
