1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 19 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
