2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 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 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Fiesta | Piazza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 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 | 99 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |