1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 245 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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Piazza | 120 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
