1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Because 1979 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tipo | Violet |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |