1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza 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) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Marea | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
