1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 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 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Tempra Camry
Year Released 1990 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 2360 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 109 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2730 mm


 

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