1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 700 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Piazza | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
