1954 Ford Prefect vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 515 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Prefect 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 1954 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza, 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, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Prefect | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
