1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi 400 weights approximately 120 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 1999 Venturi 400 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 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | Tipo | 400 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |