1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
