1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Tempra | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1867 mm |