1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 20 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 107 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Tempra | C4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
