1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | ZX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
