1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
