1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 467 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia. 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 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Piazza | Appia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
