1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Reno 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Reno (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 68 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno.
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 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2007 Suzuki Reno has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki Reno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempra | Reno |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
