1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 16 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 210 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, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 132 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
