1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 11 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 580 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 1999 Ferrari F50. 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F50 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
