1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, both 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 175 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.
Because 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 328 GTS | Tempra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |