1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 7 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster 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, 1997 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Tempra | 400 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
