1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 371 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Piazza | Exige |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2299 mm |
