1959 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | DS | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
