1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 650 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
