1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 17 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 226 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | Dino | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
