1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Piazza | 300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
