1997 Fiat Coupe vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1997 Fiat Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Coupe | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Coupe | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
