1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Tempra | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Tempra | Retona |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |