1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
