1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 604 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 30 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
