1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 405 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 1997 Mercury Mystique has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury Mystique will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Tipo | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
