1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 132 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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 Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
