1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra. 1997 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Tempra | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
