1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2006 Kia Magentis is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 867 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, 2006 Kia Magentis (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Tempra | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
