1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1991 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1991 Nissan Laurel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 262 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 1991 Nissan Laurel 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 1991 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1991 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1991 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1991 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tipo | Laurel |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 142 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |