1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 705 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 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Torino |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
