2004 BMW 120 vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 120 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
