1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | 626 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
