1962 AC Cobra vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 296 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Cobra | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
