1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 42 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 1987 Porsche 911 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 1987 Porsche 911. 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Tempra | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |