1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 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 107 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 695 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 600 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
