2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 37 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Panda | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
