1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 124 | Piazza |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |