1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1155 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 2001 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Tipo | Terracan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |