1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 456 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | Palio | Trooper |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |