1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1508 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 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Armada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
