1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 220 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tipo | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1927 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |