1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 420 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Piazza | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
