1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1982 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 865 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Panda | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
