1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 6 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 355 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra. 1998 Kia Joice 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. 1998 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Tempra | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Tempra | Joice |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |