1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 546 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 500 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 1969 Fiat 500. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Tempra | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |