1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2004 MG ZS 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 63 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, 2004 MG ZS (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Tempra | ZS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
