1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 11 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 72 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z 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, 2001 Honda Z 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2001 Honda Z | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tempra | Z |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |