1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Porsche 912 weights approximately 62 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 1965 Porsche 912 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 1965 Porsche 912. 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Tipo | 912 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
