1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 98 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Tempra | Fabia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |