1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 15 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Marea. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Marea | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
