1956 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 22 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | DS | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
