1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza 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 80 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 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, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Piazza | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1120 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 |
