1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 382 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.
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 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tempra | Verada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
