1992 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 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, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
