1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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 58 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 710 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
