1982 Isuzu Florian vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 225 kg more than 1970 Morris Minor. 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, 1982 Isuzu Florian (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Florian | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morris |
| Model | Florian | Minor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
