1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 58 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 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempra | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
