1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Tipo | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
