1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 545 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Isuzu | MG |
| Model | Piazza | Midget |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2032 mm |
