1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 547 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Giulia | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
