1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz 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 66 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 433 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tempra | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
