1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol 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 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 962 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tempra | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |