1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mini |
| Model | Piazza | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
