1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 127 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 60 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
