1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 536 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tipo | FR-V |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |