1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 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 97 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 517 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Piazza | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Piazza | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
