1988-1995 Tipo OverviewFiat Tipo Overview (1988 - 1995)
1988 - 1995
Tech Specs Summary
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- 93 - 129 mph
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- 9.0 - 17.8 seconds
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- 55 - 144 BHP
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- 30.1 - 47.1 mpg
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- 945 - 1,180 kg
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- 350 - 1,100 L
This generation of the Fiat Tipo was produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat between 1988 - 1995. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback and came with either 3 or 5 doors. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 55 BHP 1.1 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 144 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Tipo is the Fiat Tipo 2.0 16v which scores 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 144 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 122 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 129 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Fiat Tipo 1.7 D Eco S is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 560 miles and can store 350-1,100 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,100 kg.