2005 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 15 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 495 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
