2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
