1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 5 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1993 Mazda Sentia 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 1993 Mazda Sentia. 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
