1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 91 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Piazza | Familia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2200 mm |
