1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2737 mm |
