1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Tipo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
