1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Florian is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
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, 1979 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Florian | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Skoda |
| Model | Florian | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
