1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 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 15 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 371 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. 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 1963 Fiat 1500. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1500 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1596 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 |
