1983 Isuzu Florian vs. 1963 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Florian is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
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, 1983 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Florian | 1963 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Florian | Minx |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
