1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 73 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 Rover 25 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Tempra | 25 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
