1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 550 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 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tipo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
