2005 Citroen C vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 17 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 150 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, 2005 Citroen C (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
