2009 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 471 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
