2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 544 kg more than 2005 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, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charade | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1284 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
