1982 Isuzu Florian vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Isuzu Florian (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Florian | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | Florian | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
