1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 420 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Piazza | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
