1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
