1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 238 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 1984 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
