1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tempra | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
