1998 Ford Ka vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1998 Ford Ka is newer by 27 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 25 more horse power than 1998 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Ford Ka. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Ka | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ka | Florian |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
