1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. 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 (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Tempra | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
