1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1241 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 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tipo | Express |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3429 mm |
