1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Tempra | Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
