1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1000 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 112 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 NSU 1000. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | NSU |
| Model | Piazza | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
