1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Audi R8

To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 22 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.

Because 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Tempra 2012 Audi R8
Make Fiat Audi
Model Tempra R8
Year Released 1990 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1372 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 72 HP 525 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 109 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 6500 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1245 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2649 mm


 

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