1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 166 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cortina | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
