1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1992 Subaru Vivio 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Vivio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Vivio will offer significantly more control. 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 (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Tipo | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
