1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tempra (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1991 Fiat Tempra (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tempra | Life |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
