2005 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Focus | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
