1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 880 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Trooper |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |