1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Piazza | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
