1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
