1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 307 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 1995 Porsche 911 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 1995 Porsche 911. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Tipo | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 92 L |