1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2007 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Tempra | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
