1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 800 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Isuzu | Steyr |
| Model | Piazza | 500D |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
