1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2005 Fiat Albea is newer by 17 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Albea (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Fiat Albea.
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, 2005 Fiat Albea (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2005 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | Albea |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
