1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 1997 Rover 800 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 403 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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1997 Rover 800 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. 1997 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Tempra | 800 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
