1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 234 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 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | 3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
