1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 758 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 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Tempra | X3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |