1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
