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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 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 435 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). 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 | 1756 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
