1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 24 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 540 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 2012 BMW 1 Series 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 2012 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Tipo | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
