1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 852 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 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tempra | Montero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
