1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 30 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Piazza | Insight |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
