1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1984 Nissan Santana (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | Santana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
