1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1954 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1954 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 1954 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1954 Fiat 1900 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Tempra | 1900 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 1130 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |