1957 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 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 96 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1400 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
