1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza 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 46 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | Piazza | 100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
