1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 242 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 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Tipo | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |