2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | C3 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
