1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 688 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 Toyota Brevis 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 Toyota Brevis 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 Toyota Brevis (250 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2001 Toyota Brevis 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. 2001 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tipo | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
