1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 402 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.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2651 mm |
