1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Tipo | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |