1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 TVR 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 TVR 2500 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 TVR 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 TVR 2500. (107 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1971 TVR 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 248 kg more than 1971 TVR 2500. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
| Make | Isuzu | TVR |
| Model | Piazza | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
