1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM3 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM3 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 134 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, 2002 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Samsung |
| Model | Tempra | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
