1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 232 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
