1984 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 29 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Piazza | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Piazza | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
