2008 Honda Fit vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 29 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, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 255 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 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, 2008 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, 1979 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 1979 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Fit | Florian |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
