1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 493 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morris |
| Model | Piazza | Minor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
