1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 24 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 435 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Piazza | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
