2008 Ford Ka vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ka | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| 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 | 69 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
