1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 34 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 107 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.
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, 2012 Honda Fit, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2012 Honda Fit 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. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Florian | Fit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
