1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 331 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
