1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Opel GT.
Because 1968 Opel GT 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 1968 Opel GT. 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, 1968 Opel GT (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | GT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
