1982 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 559 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Isuzu Trooper | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
Model | Trooper | Beta |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |