1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 158 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
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 (90 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
