1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 405 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 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Fiat Tipo 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Tipo RAV4
Year Released 1988 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 109 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 160 km/hour 185 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2380 mm