1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 278 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-3 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 1973 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
