1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 21 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 135 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tempra | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
