1984 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Piazza | A4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
