1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Isuzu Piazza | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Isuzu | Avanti |
Model | Piazza | Avanti |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |