1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 2008 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 2 weights approximately 95 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 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 2008 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | 2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
