1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Mini Metro 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 87 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 526 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Mini Metro | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
