1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Citroen |
| Model | Piazza | C5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
