1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 AC 2-Litre | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | 2-Litre | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
