1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
