1990 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 562 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | AX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
