1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, both 1978 Isuzu Florian and 1978 Peugeot 305 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 26 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Florian | 305 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
