2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 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 78 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Punto | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
