1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | 626 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
