1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1746 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-250 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-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
