1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 597 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Tempra | Omega |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |