1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Florian | Thema |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
