1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Tipo | Pony |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
