1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 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. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Fiat Tempra (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
