1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 335 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, 2009 Renault Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | Logan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
