1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 4 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |