1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia 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 73 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 90 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Piazza | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
