1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1993 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Laser 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 242 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, 1993 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1993 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1993 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Tipo | Laser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
