2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Panda | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
