1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1455 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 NV 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 2012 Nissan NV. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV 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 NV | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tipo | NV |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3711 mm |