1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 136 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Mustang | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Mustang | Piazza |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |