1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Fiat Tipo (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tipo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
