1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 21 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | Croma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
