1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 99 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| 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 | 1530 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
