1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 35 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 1 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Florian | Prius |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
