1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 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 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 290 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 965 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 965. 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 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 1988 Fiat Tipo has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Fiat Tipo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Tipo | 965 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
