1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Isuzu |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
