1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 207 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | Dino | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
