1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 425 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Tipo | Premacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |