1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, both 1996 Fiat Tempra and 1996 Lexus LX were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1400 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, 1996 Lexus LX (373 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra. 1996 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 1996 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Tempra | LX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
