1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Tempra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
