1956 Ford Consul vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul 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 102 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 191 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Consul | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
