2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 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 29 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
