1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 338 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 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 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 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
