1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Because 2009 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
