1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 327 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Tempra | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |