1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 5 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 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
