1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 267 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tempra | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |
