1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Piazza | 307 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
