1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Tempra | Sportage |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |