1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 15 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 735 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 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tipo | Pickup |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |