1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 341 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
Model | Piazza | Victor |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |