1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 92 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 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Tempra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
