1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 27 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan 260 ZX 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 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. 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, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
