1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 314 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 40 | Piazza |
Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |