1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Falcon | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
