1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Piazza | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
