1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1995 Fiat Tempra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18.
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, 1981 Renault 18 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tempra | 18 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
