2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Panda | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
