1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1974 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Bluebird 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 74 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1974 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Piazza | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
