1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 13 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 496 kg more 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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tipo | Omega |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
