1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza 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 92 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 425 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Uno | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
