1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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, 1982 Renault 11 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | 11 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
