1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 32 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 51 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 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 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Piazza | Insight |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
