1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 630 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 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, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Thunderbird | Florian |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
