1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (109 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (82 Nm). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tipo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
