2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | GT | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
