1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos Mantis (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 170 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Marcos |
| Model | Piazza | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
