1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1978 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1978 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Florian | 307 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
