1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 287 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 Volkswagen Passat (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempra | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 10.3 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 | 1130 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
