1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 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 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 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, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 124 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
