1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 20 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.
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 (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
