1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. Both 1991 Fiat Tipo and 1982 Ford Granada are equipped with a 1,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1982 Ford Granada 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 1982 Ford Granada. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Granada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
