1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 32 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Florian (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1978 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Florian | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Isuzu | Smart |
Model | Florian | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1867 mm |