1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 6 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 28 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
Model | Tipo | Nazca |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1695 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |