1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster

To start off, both 1993 Fiat Tempra and 1993 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Tempra.

Because 1993 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Fiat Tempra 1993 Porsche Boxster
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Tempra Boxster
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1995 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 75 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 308 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1250 mm


 

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