1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Florian | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Florian | Exige |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
