1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 975 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 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2011 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempra | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
