1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 11 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 305 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, 1999 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
