1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 250 kg more than 1956 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, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 40 | Piazza |
Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |