1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 1984 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Tipo | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
