1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1490 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 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Tipo | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3458 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
