1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | DB3 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 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 |
