1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 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 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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 (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tipo | Festiva |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |