1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1971 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Traveller 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 92 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 425 kg more than 1971 Morris Traveller. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 1971 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morris |
| Model | Piazza | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
