1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 185 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 132 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
