1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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 12 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempra | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
