1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 49 kg more than 1986 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Piazza | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2537 mm |
