1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 202 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Opel Commodore 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 1980 Opel Commodore. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tipo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
