1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 300 kg more than 1953 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Piazza | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
