1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul 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 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 53 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 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Tempra | Soul |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
