1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 720 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. 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 1983 Fiat Uno. 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 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Uno | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
