1953 AC Ace vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 518 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Ace | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
