2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Elantra | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
