1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 1 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
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 Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tempra | Fit |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |