1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 259 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tempra | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2799 mm |