1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,361 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 477 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 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2361 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
