1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 9 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 16 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 193 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tempra | City |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |