1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 676 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1200 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
