1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 900 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Berline | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3280 mm |
