1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 308 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
