1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 379 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, 2008 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Tipo | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
