1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
