2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 26 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 67 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Strada | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
