1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 12 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tempra | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
