1953 Alvis TC vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Alvis | Isuzu |
| Model | TC | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
