1970 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 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, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | DS | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
