1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 19 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 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 143 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tempra | Insight |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |