1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Florian is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 255 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800.
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, 1966 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Florian | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Marcos |
| Model | Florian | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
