2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 736 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1991 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Panda | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 860 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
