1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 56 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Tempra | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |