1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 385 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | 12 M | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
