1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 32 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempra | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
