Compare performance (130 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (19700 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Hatchback or Nissan Townstar?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Fiat Tipo Hatchback has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £ , while the Nissan Townstar costs 25700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6000 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Fiat Tipo Hatchback manages with 4.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 6.70 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
Both models deliver identical power – 130 HP each.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat Tipo Hatchback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.80 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 12.60 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Fiat Tipo Hatchback performs slightly better – reaching 208 km/h, while the Nissan Townstar tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Fiat Tipo Hatchback pulls noticeable stronger with 320 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Nissan Townstar offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Fiat Tipo Hatchback is slight lighter – 1415 kg compared to 1509 kg. The difference is around 94 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Townstar offers clearly more room – 775 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 335 L.
When it comes to payload, Nissan Townstar clearly perceptible takes the win – 641 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 216 kg.
Overall, the Nissan Townstar shows itself to be edges ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Fiat Tipo is a sensible, spacious hatchback that prides itself on practical charm and everyday usability, perfect for buyers who want straightforward value rather than runway drama. It won’t turn heads for flash, but its comfortable ride, clever interior space and low-stress nature make it a smart, grown-up choice with a wink of character.
detailsThe Nissan Townstar is a pragmatic city companion that blends clever packaging with a calm, easygoing drive, making it ideal for urban errands and small-business hauls. It won't win any style contests, but its tidy interior, sensible features and no-nonsense character make it a genuinely useful buy for people who value practicality over pizzazz.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
19700 - 25700 £
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Price
25700 - 37700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
265 - 281 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
122 - 125 g/km
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co2
0 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1415 - 1425 kg
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Curb weight
1509 - 2041 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
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Length
4368 mm
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Length
4488 - 4911 mm
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Width
1792 mm
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Width
1859 - 1860 mm
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Height
1495 mm
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Height
1838 - 1869 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
2800 - 3050 L
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Payload
425 kg
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Payload
506 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 - 13.3 s
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Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Torque
240 - 320 Nm
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1469 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Nissan
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The Fiat Tipo Hatchback is available as Front-Wheel Drive.