1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1040 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tipo | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
