1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Giulia | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
