1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 615 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 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tipo | F-150 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |