1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 222 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |