1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempra | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
