1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 932 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Tipo | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3020 mm |
