1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 333 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | 3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
