1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 939 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | Sienna |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2037 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |