1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 360 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1995 Peugeot 605 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. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Tempra | 605 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |