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 (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (108 HP @ 6000 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 217 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 (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 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 | 108 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5 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 | 1133 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2475 mm |
