1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 545 kg more than 1959 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, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | 2CV | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
