1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 1990 Fiat Tempra and 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (91 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Tempra 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Fiat Mitsubishi
Model Tempra Lancer
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1929 cc 1467 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 91 HP 74 HP
Torque 191 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2390 mm


 

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