2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Altis | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
