1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 403 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Tempra | Impreza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |