1999 AC Cobra vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 16 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Cobra | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
