1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 555 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (260 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Tipo | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
