2008 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Focus | Florian |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
