1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | Piazza | 45 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
