1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 772 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 Rover 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rover 75 (418 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Tipo | 75 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
