2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 439 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
