1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2007 Ford F-150 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 F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 6310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4150 mm |
