1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 785 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | 2CV | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
