1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,406 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 47 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 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (114 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tipo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
