1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 38 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
