1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina 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) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 133 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. 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) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
