1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 492 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 2010 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 Sedici (280 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2010 Fiat Sedici 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 Sedici | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
