2008 BMW 118 vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 20 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), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 118 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 127 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
