2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 24 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, 2005 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Idea. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Idea | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
