1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 61 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
