2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Atos | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
