1999 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 9 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 228 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A2 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
