1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda.
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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
