1997 BMW 318 vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 14 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 318 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
