1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
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 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra. 1998 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1993 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1993 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
