1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 404 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Isuzu | MG |
| Model | Piazza | TD |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
