1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 10 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 147 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster 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 2000 Smart Roadster. 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, 2000 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Tempra | Roadster |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |