1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 356 (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 353 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356.
Because 1960 Porsche 356 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 1960 Porsche 356. 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.
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1990 Fiat Tempra | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Tempra | 356 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |