1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 344 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Piazza | 204 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
