1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 1,928 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |