1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 554 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Tipo | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
