1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2000 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera. 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 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | Tempra | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
