1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 55 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
