1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 2006 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tempra | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
