2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 13 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 270 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 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | S-10 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
