1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar. 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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
