1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 80 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 Seat Ibiza (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Tempra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
