1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
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 (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
