1986 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Piazza |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |