1961 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca 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 24 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 386 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Aceca | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
