1963 Austin Princess vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 900 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Princess | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |
