1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 469 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Tempra | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |