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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 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. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 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. 2007 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
