1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 354 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Rocky | Tempra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |