1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 201 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 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | 3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
