1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 21 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 1,984 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 268 kg more than 1991 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempra | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |
