1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 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 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 404 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Piazza | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
