1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 6 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 7 kg more 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tempra | Marea |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
