2004 Honda Insight vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, 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, 1979 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Insight | Florian |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
