2010 Honda Fit vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 127 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Fit | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Fit | Florian |
Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1524 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2510 mm |