1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1988 Toyota Model F

To start off, both 1988 Fiat Tipo and 1988 Toyota Model F were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 355 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Fiat Tipo 1988 Toyota Model F
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Tipo Model F
Year Released 1988 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 1812 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 109 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2240 mm


 

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