1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 252 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 131 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
