1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 70 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
