1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Tempra (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 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, 1984 Toyota Carina (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Tempra | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |