1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 938 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | 62 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
