2009 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A4 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
