1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 390 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.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tempra | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
