1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1989 Opel Corsa 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. 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 (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tipo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
