2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 213 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Jazz | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
