1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 585 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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2009 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tempra | Maxima |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |