1985 Fiat Uno 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 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Uno | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
