1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1994 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Zeta is newer by 4 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. Both 1990 Fiat Tempra and 1994 Lancia Zeta are equipped with a 1,929 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Zeta (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster 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, 1994 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1994 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1994 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Tempra | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
