1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 13 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 131 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 2003 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Tempra | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
