1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 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, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Giulia | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
