1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 280 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Tempra | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
