1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona 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 72 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 375 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Corona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
