1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2004 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tempra | Punto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
