1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 398 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Primera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
