1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tipo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
