1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 274 kg more than 1977 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, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Giulia | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
