1981 Isuzu Florian vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Florian is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 165 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Florian | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Florian | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
