1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Beretta | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
