1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 98 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo 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 1953 Alfa Romeo 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tempra | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
