1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Piazza | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
