2008 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A4 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
