1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 425 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Isuzu | Marcos |
| Model | Piazza | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
