1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 440 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
