1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 302 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.

Because 2008 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Fiat Tipo 2008 Toyota Tundra
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Tipo Tundra
Year Released 1988 2008
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1695 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 20.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3230 mm


 

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