1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Tipo | T5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |