1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Isuzu Florian (84 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Isuzu Florian (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Ballade | Florian |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
