1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Tipo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
