1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1991 Mazda 121
To start off, 1991 Mazda 121 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 132 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121. 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 (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1991 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | 121 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
