1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 15 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 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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 (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tipo | Life |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1927 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |