1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1987 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 635 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1987 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1300 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
