1979 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | CX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
