1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2000 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 342 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 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2000 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tipo | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
