1969 Isuzu Florian vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 824 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Florian | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Florian | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
