1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tempra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
