1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra 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 1990 Ford Sierra. 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tipo | Sierra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |