1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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. 1998 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
