1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet is newer by 25 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 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 102 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Tipo | Cygnet |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3078 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
