1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Trooper 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 551 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Isuzu | Fiat |
| Model | Trooper | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
