1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
