1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. 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 (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
