1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 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 113 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 490 kg more than 1958 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morris |
| Model | Piazza | Minor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 790 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 |
