1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 9 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 95 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | Seicento | Piazza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |