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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
