1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 17 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 469 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, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tipo | GTI |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
