1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 318 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.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Tempra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
