1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 275 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
Model | DB3 | Piazza |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |