1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 28 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 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 68 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Piazza | Clio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
