1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Scion tC
To start off, 2005 Scion tC 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 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion tC weights approximately 288 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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2005 Scion tC | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Tipo | tC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
