1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2010 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza 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 99 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 429 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2010 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Isuzu | Daewoo |
| Model | Piazza | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
