1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 12 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Tempra | Panda |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |