1988 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 1 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 58 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 218 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | BX | Piazza |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |