1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
