1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 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 Lada 2123 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Tipo | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
