1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover City (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover City should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover City weights approximately 132 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.
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, 2003 Rover City (119 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2003 Rover City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Tipo | City |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
