1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 22 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1242 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Tipo | X6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
