1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 700 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 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 | 570 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
