1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1952 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 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 1952 Fiat 1900. 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 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1952 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tempra | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
