2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Isuzu Piazza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Isuzu Piazza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charade | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
