1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 590 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.
Because 1985 Avanti Avanti 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 1985 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
