1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 23 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 252 kg more 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Tempra | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2595 mm |
