1996 Citroen AX vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1996 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 612 kg more than 1996 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, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen AX | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | AX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
