1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Axel | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
