1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 180 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Tempra | Boxter |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2475 mm |