1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 702 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
