1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 557 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tipo | GT-R |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2779 mm |