1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 31 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 595 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.
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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian. 2009 Alpina B3 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. 2009 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Alpina |
| Model | Florian | B3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
