1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 20 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 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 113 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
