2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | 156 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
