1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 2300 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1235 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
