1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 21 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 822 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 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Tipo | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
