1977 Austin Marina vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina 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 90 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 Austin Marina. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Marina | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
