1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 229 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Panda | Florian |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2360 mm |
