1948 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 630 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Anglia | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
