1991 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 3 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 564 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 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
