1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 932 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | Tipo | T700 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
