2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 16 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Xantia | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
