1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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 2008 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Tempra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
