1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1997 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1997 Kia Clarus is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Clarus weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1997 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Tipo | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
