1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera 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.
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 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | Primera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
