1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1995 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126. 1995 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 126 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
