2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 27 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) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Bantam | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 110 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 | 10.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
