1974 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | CX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
