1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 64 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
Model | Alfasud | Piazza |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |