1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 8 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Ballade (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 145 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, 1996 Honda Ballade (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tipo | Ballade |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |