1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 308 kg more than 1952 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, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
