1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,928 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.6 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 | 1220 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
