1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Tempra | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Tempra | Defender |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |