1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 12 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 312 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 2002 Honda NSX 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 2002 Honda NSX. 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tempra | NSX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
