2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 23 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
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, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Jazz | Florian |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 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 |
