2001 Honda Fit vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Florian (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Isuzu Florian is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Fit | Florian |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
