1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno 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 114 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Compagno | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
