1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mini |
| Model | Piazza | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
