1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 950 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, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Tipo | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
