1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tipo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
