2009 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Focus | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
