1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1980 Renault Siete
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 Renault Siete. 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 (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1980 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | Siete |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
