1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 24 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 805 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 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Tipo | S5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |