1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 10 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra.
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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
