1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1890 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 740 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tipo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2919 mm |
