1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 162 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 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tempra | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |