2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam 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) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Bantam | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
