1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Tempra | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |