1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1992 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-6 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 234 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 MX-6 (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-6 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 MX-6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | MX-6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
