1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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 (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
