1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,928 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 314 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Fiat Tempra (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tempra | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
