1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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 (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tipo | iQ |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
