1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 224 kg more than 1984 Seat Ibiza. 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 (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Tipo | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
