1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1591 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 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
