1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 68 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
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 (90 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tipo | Astra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
