2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 126 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.
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, 2002 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
