1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1991 Fiat Tipo
To start off, both 1991 Alpine A 610 and 1991 Fiat Tipo were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (145 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Alpine A 610 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 1991 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine A 610 | 1991 Fiat Tipo | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 610 | Tipo |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |