1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 412 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, 1975 Renault 30 (203 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 1975 Renault 30 has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Renault 30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | 30 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
