1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Tempra | 408 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
