1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 1,928 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
