1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1479 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 Envoy 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 Envoy 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 Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy 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 Envoy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Tipo | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3280 mm |
