2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 429 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2000 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
