2009 Audi A3 vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A3 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| 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 | 123 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
