1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 10 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 780 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 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | Tipo | QX4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |