1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
