1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1969 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. 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, 1969 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1969 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Tempra | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |