1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 280 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 2011 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Tipo | 116 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
