1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1999 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Marcia 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 217 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, 1999 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1999 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempra | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
