1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 186 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Tipo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
