Fiat Tipo Hatch 1988
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very cheap to buy for what you get.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    A lot of niggly things to replace, often expensive parts. Thirsty, too.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Wonderfully adjustable chassis. Really steers on the throttle well.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not really THAT fast, but sounds and handles beautifully.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not broken down yet. Solid engine, but annoying minor faults - electrical, oil leak. But you forgive it anything when you drive it.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    3-dr 16v looks pretty good. Wolf in sheep's clothing, few people know fast Tipos exist.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not as hard riding as you might imagine...

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    I don't park it outside, let's put it that way.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Had little to do with Fiat - just my local garage.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Central locking... central locking... central locking... wiper speed switch, fan switch.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes