2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | 21 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
