1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
