1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 410 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.
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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
