1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 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 65 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
Model | Charade | Piazza |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |