1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen 541 (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jensen |
| Model | Piazza | 541 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
