1990 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra

To start off, both 1990 Chevrolet Corsica and 1990 Fiat Tempra were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 82 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Corsica 1990 Fiat Tempra
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Corsica Tempra
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 1581 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2900 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1098 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2550 mm


 

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