1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Because 1967 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 1967 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Prelude | Florian |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
