1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tipo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
