1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Tempra | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Tempra | Sportage |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |