1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 20 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 250 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tipo | Fit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
