1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Citroen |
| Model | Piazza | C1 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
