1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2013 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Fiat Tempra | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | Yaris |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |