1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 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 98 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 548 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Piazza | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
