1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 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 114 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 270 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Skoda |
| Model | Piazza | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
