1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 430 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 Falcon 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 2005 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
