1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 710 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 128 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
