1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 13 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
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 (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tipo | Fit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
