1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2007 Ford E-350 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-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
