1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 365 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 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
