2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Palio | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
