1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 498 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 1985 Porsche 928 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 1985 Porsche 928. 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Tempra | 928 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |