1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 960 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tipo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
