1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Saxo | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
