1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 410 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 1979 Ford Granada 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 1979 Ford Granada. 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Granada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
