1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 418 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 1963 Jaguar MK II 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 1963 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1963 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Tempra | MK II |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
