1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
