1958 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | 17 | Piazza |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |