1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 353 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 1993 Nissan Serena 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 Nissan Serena. 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 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tempra | Serena |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |