1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 44 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Tempra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
