1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tipo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
