1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 596 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
