1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza 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 85 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Piazza | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
