1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 277 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempra | Citi |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1133 kg | 856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
