1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 17 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 303 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, 2007 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2007 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Audi TT | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Tempra | TT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
