1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 16 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1732 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 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 144 L |
