1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 15 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 511 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.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempra | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
