1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tempra | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
