1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 360 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tipo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
