1984 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Piazza | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Piazza | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
