1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 Opel Trixx
To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Opel Trixx. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Trixx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 176 kg more than 2004 Opel Trixx. 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 Opel Trixx (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Trixx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2004 Opel Trixx | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | Trixx |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1950 mm |
