1985 Dodge Conquest 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 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 100 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 Dodge Conquest 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 Dodge Conquest. 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 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 1988 Fiat Tipo has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Fiat Tipo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Conquest | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
