1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 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 74 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 207 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1500. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Piazza | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Zastava |
| Model | Piazza | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
