1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 257 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Renault 10 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 1967 Renault 10. 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 (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1967 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tempra | 10 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
