2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 28 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 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 (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Doblo | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
