1989 Citroen XM vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | XM | Florian |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
