1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1263 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 |
