1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Maestro | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
