1999 Audi A2 vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A2 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
